Pulau Betung Travel Guide
George Town
Visit Pulau Betung
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Penang Hill Funicular Ticket - Non-Malaysian
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Pulau Betung
Ascott Gurney Penang
"wish they informed us on power down on the last day when we were checking in."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
"Staff were extremely friendly and helpful! Rooms very all very clean and nicely decorated. Hotel Is very well kept"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
"Amenities were great and location was perfect to explore Penang. The Chambermaid on 13th floor have done an excellent job as the room was clean and well maintained. Thank you as you have make our stay pleasant and comfortable. 👍👍👍👍👍"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
"Very nice room and the staff were helpful as we had some issues with our room cards, they were very kind. The hotel is very clean and tidy, breakfast and dinners are a little pricey, and very good location when trying to explore Georgetown, nothing is super far away. Overall great hotel, definitely ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
lyf Georgetown Penang
"Clean and nice"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG
"Hotel facilities was in top condition. Comfortably stay with beautiful scenic. Strong aircon and maintained excellent cleanliness"
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pulau Betung
Teluk Kumbar
Teluk Kumbar might not have many top sights, but Pantai Teluk Bayu and Penang International Sports Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Queensbay Mall and Pantai Teluk Bayu are top sights worth seeing.
Pagar Buluh
While Pagar Buluh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
Relau
While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sungai Dua
When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
